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In Brief: Calling it quits

In Brief

Calling it quits

Published: May, 2006

Often it's not easy, but people do it. According to national
health surveys, just over half of all Americans who were ever
smokers are now ex-smokers.

Some can tough it out and snuff the habit out on their own.
Others need help. Studies have shown that even minimal counseling
by doctors (talking to patients less than three minutes) has a
notable effect. Doctors are supposed to follow the five A's (ask
about tobacco use, advise the person to quit, assess willingness
to quit, assist in quitting, and arrange for a follow-up) at
every visit by a patient who has indicated a willingness to quit.
They're also supposed to steer smokers to one of the standard
smoking cessation therapies, which include sustained-release
bupropion (Zyban) and the various nicotine products (patches,
gum, lozenges, etc.)

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Daily Health Tip

Upgrade your carbs

Many people make carbohydrate-rich foods the foundation of their diets. If you are one of them, choose the right carbs. Switch your pastas and breads from white to whole-grain, swap white potatoes for yams or beans, and explore new grains like quinoa. Aim for high-fiber carbohydrate sources — they tend to be high-quality.